Growler History

What is a Growler?

People have only been guzzling down copious amounts of beer from bottles since the 1550’s and from aluminum cans since 1935. Before six packs were around, beer was mainly stored and carried in large vessels for transportation. In the late 19th century and early 20th century, people would go to their local pub and fill up a small galvanized pail with fresh beer so that they could enjoy it at home with their friends and family. It’s rumored that the growling sound that was emitted from the carbonation escaping from the lid when the seal was broken, and that is what gave the container famous name!